Thunder Gun
📍 281 Beyers Naude Drive & Lewisham Rd, Blackheath, Randburg, 2195, South Africa
Weighted rating from:
Google: 4.5 • TripAdvisor: 4.5
JetlyGo Score
Score calculated from online mentions, review sentiment, and dining indicators across Johannesburg. Trust this score to find where to eat, drink, and dine in Johannesburg.
Available amenities(5)
Based on verified guest experiences
Offers:Check back later for deals at Thunder Gun
Thunder Gun, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, boasts a reputation as a go-to spot for hearty American-style dining, particularly known for its impressive ribs. With a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere, the restaurant's decor reflects a charmingly rustic vibe, reminiscent of a classic pub that hasn’t lost its touch over the years. Patrons rave about the generous portions, especially the beef and pork ribs, complemented by a range of sauces. The staff is consistently praised for their friendly and efficient service, making it a welcoming place for families, friends, and couples alike. Whether you're catching a game or enjoying a meal with loved ones, Thunder Gun promises a lively dining experience.
Signature Dishes
- •Beef Ribs
- •Pork Ribs
- •Stuffed Jalapeños
- •Rumpsteak with Chips and Onion Rings
- •Chicken Liver Starter
- •Amarula Dom Pedro
Overall rating 4.5 / 5 (5,838 reviews)
Google: 4.5 (5822 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4.5 (16 reviews)
Customer Reviews
From what we've heard, it's been rated/hailed as the best ribs in JHB. Were the ribs good? Yes. Were they the best I've had? Personally, no. I had the beef ribs. I really liked the fact that the basting wasn't that annoyingly sweet marinade used on almost all ribs. It was very smokey, however, the ribs were okay. Perhaps, these ratings/praise come from the pork ribs which I've yet to try. My man had the 500g t bone, the meat was absolutely juicy and tender. We weren't a fan of the sauces. We ordered mushroom sauce and Portuguese sauce. The service was extremely efficient and friendly so that's a plus. The restaurant itself has a big family feel. The decor literally looks like it hasn't changed since it opened, which makes it very homey. If you're going to try them out, I think you should opt for the pork ribs. I definitely want to give that a try and see if it lives up to the hype.
Always drive by and decided to pop in for a quick look an taste test, as I was told they are one of the local lang-asem restaurants with a rich history. Lekker basic carvery, good menu, portions not bad. Staff was very friendly and fast, awesome atmosphere and homey pub like vibe with separate bar area. A bit on the pricy side, but worth a visit for sure and no doubt its a buzz when there's a game on. I had the stuffed jalapeño starter at R68.95. Will try their carvery and famous ribs next time.
They have the most generous portions. My favourite is the beef ribs. The dight of that rack finishes your appetite. Warm place. Friendly staff who work like a well oiled machine.
Went here for dinner during a work trip to head office. Ribs,burgers and steaks are their speciality. Had a chicken liver starter ,which was nice. Would have appreciated a little more creativity of the bread options accompanying the livers ,not just plain brown bread from a supermarket. We had burgers and the 180g patty was cooked well. Definitely worth popping in